Installation Labourer - are you hand tool savvy

Equinix; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital infrastructure company seeks an Installation Assistant in Slough. This role involves hands-on installation work for critical infrastructure builds, including electrics and customer setups. Applicants should have trade experience, handle tools proficiently, and possess a full UK driving license. Competitive salary and numerous benefits are offered, including generous holiday and health insurance options.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Childcare Vouchers

Qualifications

• Previous experience in trade work required, e.g., electrician's mate.
• Full UK driving license and ability to work at various sites.
• Preferred experience on building sites.

Responsibilities

• Builds and installs cages for infrastructure projects.
• Installs various electrical containment systems.
• Assists electricians in cable pulls and installations.
• Installs customer cabinets.

Skills

Hands-on trade experience

Using hand tools

Strong team player

PC literacy

Tools

Electrical containment systems

Power tools

Job description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

Installation Assistant

We are seeking a skilled Installation Assistant to join our team, supporting critical infrastructure builds across multiple sites. This role involves hands‑on installation work, including electrical containment systems and customer cabinet setups, while ensuring all activities adhere to strict health and safety standards and support sales driven deadlines.

Have you worked in hands on trades? Hand tools second nature? Want to learn new things in one of the fastest growing industries in the world.... It may be for you!

Responsibilities

• Builds/installs cages
• Installs varies electrical containment systems (i.e. trunking/ladder)
• Assist electricians in cable pulls and installations
• Installs customer cabinets

Health and Safety

• Ensures all works are carried out according to strict H&S guidelines and in accordance with local policies and procedures

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience in trade work for example an electricians mate
• Using hand tools and power tools
• Full UK driving license and ability to work at various sites
• Strong team member

Desired

• Preferred experience of working on building sites
• PC literate

Why should you apply?

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase more (pro rata for shift positions)
• Insurance and Health: Life Assurance, Income Protection, Critical Illness Insurance, Private Healthcare, Eye Care Coverage, and Gymflex Membership
• Investment: Employee Stock Purchase Plan and Company Pension Plan
• Travel: Cycle to Work Scheme and Annual Season Ticket Loan
• Family: Childcare Vouchers and Merlin Entertainment Pass
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form .

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affiantative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.